Bus Driver Salary in Houston, TX
Median: $50,430/year — $8,620 (15%) below the national median. Range: $42,610–$59,050.
Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bus Driver salary guide
The median Bus Driver salary in Houston, TX is $50,430/year ($8,620 (15%) below the national median), with a typical range of $42,610–$59,050. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $50,430/year | BLS |
| Range | $42,610–$59,050 | BLS |
Bus Driver Salary in Houston vs. National Average
National median: $59,050/yr. Houston is $8,620 (15%) below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).
Bus Driver pay in Houston, TX — common questions
- How much does a Bus Driver make in Houston, TX?
- The median Bus Driver salary in Houston, TX is $50,430/year ($8,620 (15%) below the national median), with a typical range of $42,610–$59,050 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
- Is Houston a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
- At a $50,430 median, Houston is $8,620 (15%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $59,050. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
- How can I earn more as a Bus Driver in Houston?
- Target employers paying toward the $59,050 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Bus Driver openings in Houston and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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